Thailand from India: A Bangkok & Pattaya Guide for First-Timers

Bangkok and Pattaya are the most popular first international trip from India: short flights, great food and plenty to do in 4–6 days.

Visa for Indian travellers

In recent years Thailand has allowed Indian passport holders visa-free entry for short tourist stays. Rules change, so check the current requirement before you fly; you'll need a passport valid for at least 6 months, a return ticket and your hotel bookings.

What a Bangkok–Pattaya trip covers

• Pattaya: a speedboat to Coral Island (Koh Larn) for beaches and water sports, and the Alcazar cabaret show.
• Bangkok: Safari World and Marine Park, temples such as Wat Arun and the Grand Palace area, and shopping at Pratunam, MBK or the night markets.

Which package to pick

• 4 days: Bangkok Pattaya with Coral Island from about ₹20,000.
• 5 days: Pattaya Bangkok with Coral Island & Safari World from about ₹23,500.
• 6 days: Pattaya Bangkok 6 Days 5 Nights from about ₹26,500, or the 6 Days Thailand package from India.

Best time to visit

November to February is cool and dry, which makes it peak season. March to May is hot; June to October brings showers but lower prices.

Tips

• Exchange some baht before you leave and use ATMs or cards in the city.
• Dress modestly for temples (covered shoulders and knees).
• Indian vegetarian food is easy to find in both cities.
• Get travel insurance; it isn't usually included in packages.

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